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4.16.26
The L Suite Biotech GC Leadership Exchange Dinner
In partnership with The L Suite, Wilson Sonsini will host an exclusive dinner for Chief Legal Officers and General Counsels from the biotech industry. This intimate program is designed to foster candid dialogue and meaningful connections.
Affiliated Programs
9.16.25
A Conversation About Private Company Compensation
Wilson Sonsini and J.Thelander Consulting invite you to an in-depth compensation discussion followed by a networking reception. Wilson Sonsini partners Martin Luff and Fleur Benns – joined by Jody Thelander (Founder & CEO, J.Thelander Consulting) and Heather Preston (Senior Advisor, TPG) – will share real-time global compensation data, trends, and analysis for privately held life science and tech companies. We will examine all aspects of compensation and planning, as well as legal strategies covering your current and future needs, including:
Speaking Engagements
6.10.25
Early Stage Financings: Your Options and Considerations
This presentation will walk founders through all of the early stage financing vehicles that are currently in the market, with focus on SAFEs and first-priced preferred stock rounds of financing, including reviewing key areas of confusion for many first time founders, typical traps and pitfalls to avoid, common jargon usage to make you sound like you have done this before, practical tips and insights, and unpacking details around term sheets and deal documents.
Affiliated Programs
6.11.25
Innosphere & Wilson Sonsini Lunch and Learn: Best Practices When Pitching to Life Science Investors and Industry Partners
Join us this week with Innosphere for a focused discussion on Best Practices When Pitching to Life Science Investors and Industry Partners. Whether you are an emerging biopharma company or have a breakthrough idea for a digital health app, understanding the nuances of the life science venture capital environment is critical in setting your company up for success. Through this session, you will learn about the different types of life science investors, how to prepare for an outreach, how to develop a “killer” pitch deck, and gain insights on the partnering process. Learn more about the lunch & learn, featuring firm partner Brent Fassett and chief business advisor Matthew Meyer here.
Speaking Engagements
5.14.25
Best Practices When Pitching to VCs
This session is designed to equip entrepreneurs with the skills and strategies needed to deliver compelling pitches that captivate audiences and attract potential partners. Participants will gain insights into crafting impactful narratives, structuring pitches for maximum engagement, and leveraging support to secure investment opportunities.
Affiliated Programs
10.08.24
NextGen VC Forum - Boston
LaunchBio’s NextGen VC Forum is the premiere event for mid-level venture capital associates to expand their skills and expertise while growing their network. Attendees benefit from curated education sessions from industry leaders to supplement existing expertise. Networking is essential in sourcing deals and one of the primary roles for associates, we’ve built it into the program for participants to be able to walk away with new life science and biotech contacts. The half-day forum created with Wilson Sonsini includes a networking lunch, three one-hour sessions, and a happy hour. View the event flyer here.
Affiliated Programs
5.10.22
LaunchBio Founders Circle: Mistakes to Avoid with VCs, Hard Lessons for Early-Stage Companies
Wilson Sonsini is pleased to support LaunchBio’s Founders Circle session, Mistakes to Avoid with VCs, Hard Lessons for Early-Stage Companies. Experience is the greatest teacher. Oftentimes the toughest lessons teach what not to do in the future. For early-stage and startup companies seeking venture capital, costly mistakes are best avoided. This in-person discussion with Kymanox Founder and CEO Stephen Perry explores the most common missteps founders make with venture capitalists–and what to move forward instead. Participation in Founders Circle is limited. Please apply for a seat at the table.
Affiliated Programs
5.10.22
LaunchBio Larger Than Life Science: Closing the Deal, Bypassing Roadblocks and Minimizing Fundraising Delays
Wilson Sonsini is pleased to support LaunchBio’s Larger Than Life Science series session, Closing the Deal, Bypassing Roadblocks and Minimizing Fundraising Delays. It takes many no’s to get to a yes. Catching the attention of a possible funding source feels like a victory. But don’t pop that cork just yet! Once a funder takes interest, there is a long road ahead managing the due diligence process. Be it an investor, sponsor, government/private grantor, or even advisors, all conduct some level of due diligence on a startup that they are looking to fund and support. Knowing how to prepare in advance for technical vetting and corporate due diligence shortens the road to the finish line–and brings in funding faster. Delays in this process can have dire consequences as start-ups risk running out of cash before closing the next deal. Join this session to explore strategies for bypassing roadblocks and minimizing delays in the due diligence process.
WSGR Events
5.05.22
Recent Trends in the Convertible Bond Market
When financial markets become uncertain and volatile, one capital market has historically weathered the unknown better than others. Wilson Sonsini, together with J. Wood Capital Advisors, invites you to join us as we discuss the latest conditions and trends in the convertible bond market. In addition, the presenters will provide insights into why issuers pursue convertible financings, and things that could impact the market for the remainder of 2022.
Affiliated Programs
10.14.21
Fika’s 2021 First Look Retreat
Wilson Sonsini are sponsors at Fika’s 2021 First Look Retreat. Every year FIKA hosts an intimate retreat to bring together some of the nation’s top investors, entrepreneurs, and executives for a day of curated discussion and interactive activities. This retreat normally takes place in-person, but given the current environment, they’ve decided to keep it virtual.
Affiliated Programs
10.13.21
Silicon Slopes Summit 2021
Wilson Sonsini is sponsoring Silicon Slopes Summit 2021 at the Salt Palace in Salt Lake City, Utah. This event features keynotes, in-depth breakout sessions, entertainment, and one-of-a-kind networking opportunities for anyone in technology. Recently announced keynote speakers include Tim Cook of Apple, Steve Ballmer of Microsoft, and Dwayne Wade. For a detailed agenda of the scheduled 62 sessions, click here.